Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of this Lemon Blueberry Loaf, a perfect fusion of zesty lemon and sweet blueberries that will brighten up any occasion. This moist and tender loaf, thanks to the addition of creamy Greek yogurt, is easy to prepare and ideal for brunch, dessert, or enjoying alongside an afternoon coffee. With its refreshing flavor profile, this recipe offers a unique twist on traditional loaves, making it a must-try for both novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. Customize it by adding nuts or swapping in your favorite berries to create a uniquely delicious treat every time.
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1½ cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- ⅓ cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup icing sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour an 8.5×4.5×2.5 inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Toss blueberries with a tablespoon of flour before gently folding them into the batter.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, prepare lemon syrup by simmering lemon juice and sugar until clear.
- For the glaze, mix icing sugar with lemon juice and vanilla extract; add milk as needed for consistency.
- After cooling slightly, poke holes in the loaf and pour over lemon syrup before drizzling with glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg